The field artillery firefinder radar operator is responsible for detecting enemy forces and alerting the units in the Army. Using a “firefinder" — which are highly specialized radars — they can detect various objects and their locations.

JOB DUTIES

Operate firefinder radar and other systems

Establish and maintain radio and wire communications

Construct bunkers and similar areas for other field artillery

Maintain firefinder radar with scheduled checkups

Job Requirements

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

TRAINING

Job training for a field artillery firefinder radar operator requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and eight weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and also partly on firefinder equipment.